Overview
Award-winning 5-star holiday park on the Great Alpine Highway with first-of-its-kind covered camping sites
Accommodation & Unique Features
Jackson'S Retreat Alpine Holiday Park offers the only holiday park accommodation on Great Alpine Highway 73. The park introduced the first award-winning covered camping sites in the region, providing weather-protected bays with private fresh water and electricity. Guests can also choose from self-contained cabins, a split-level apartment, and a deluxe quad room, all set within a historic rainforest.
On-Site Amenities & Wellness
The property includes a fitness room, hot tub, sauna, and spa/wellness packages for guests seeking relaxation. A coffee house on site and a snack bar serve simple refreshments. The communal kitchen, lounge, and BBQ areas are available for guest use, and the park provides electric vehicle charging stations.
Location & Nature Experiences
Situated along the Great Alpine Highway linking Christchurch and the West Coast, the holiday park provides direct access to the Ngarimu Walking Track and glow worm dells. A 40-minute return walk leads to an on-site waterfall, and the park is 10 minutes from Arthur's Pass National Park. The dark sky reserve allows extensive views of two galaxies from the resort, with stargazing available nightly.
Family-Friendly Activities
Jackson's Retreat includes a children's playground, a games room, and kids' outdoor play equipment. Themed dinner nights, walking tours, and a shared lounge provide entertainment for all ages. Board games and puzzles are available, and a minimarket on site stocks basic supplies.
Awards & Eco-Conscious Practices
This holiday park holds the Supreme Winner of the Rankers 'Traveller Voted' Award, recognizing its hospitality and facilities. The property uses recycled materials for signage and furniture, and its eco-conscious design minimizes environmental impact. Daily housekeeping and modern heated bathrooms maintain high standards across the park.
- Location: Only holiday park on Great Alpine Highway 73, near Arthur's Pass National Park
- Accommodation: First-of-its-kind covered camping sites with private bays, cabins, and apartments
- Activities: On-site waterfall walks, glow worm dells, and stargazing from two galaxies
- Family: Children's playground, games room, themed dinner nights, and walking tours
- Wellness: Fitness room, hot tub, sauna, and spa/wellness packages
- Award: Supreme Winner of the Rankers 'Traveller Voted' Award
Rooms and availability
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Max:6 persons
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Bed options:1 Bed in shared room
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
additional cost
24-hour security
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Coffee shop
Picnic area/ Tables
Fitness centre
Jacuzzi
Spa & wellness centre
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Room view
- Mountain view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Jackson'S Retreat Alpine Holiday Park
| 💵 Lowest room price | 31 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 61.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Greymouth, GMN |
Location
- City landmarks
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